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Northern Virginia to celebrate holiday parades GREG HAMBRICK
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f you want to mark the holiday season by watching a parade, you have plenty of options around Prince William County. Here are details on some of the parades that will be marching down city streets this holiday season. See more events and share your own at InsideNoVa.com/calendar. 74th Annual Greater Manassas Christmas Parade Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. “Christmas Stories” is the theme for this year’s parade through Historic Downtown Manassas. One of the largest holiday parades in Northern Virginia with 2,000 participants and over 100 units-marching bands, floats, high-flying balloons and more. Organizers will be working with Un-Trim-A-Tree to provide unwrapped toys for children in the greater Manassas area. A float will ride along the parade route before the start of the event to collect toys. For more info, visit gmchristmasparade.org
Santa’s Lake Ridge Parade Saturday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m. Begins at the corner of Minnieville Road and Harbor Drive in Lake Ridge. Part of the community's annual WinterFest. Tackett’s Mill’s Winter Wonderland lasts until 2 p.m. and includes a meet and greet with Santa, plus a parade award ceremony, live music, treats and giveaways. WinterFest continues from 3-9 p.m. in Historic Occoquan for shopping, dining, strolling carolers, holiday music, fire pits and marshmallow roasting. The Workhouse Arts Center hosts a Saturday Art Walk from 6-9 p.m. Fireworks scheduled after dusk, sponsored by Prince William Marina. For more, visit tackettsmill.com/ lake-ridge-santa-parade. Dumfries Christmas Parade Saturday, Dec. 14, noon to 6 p.m. Main Street, Dumfries. The 45th annual Christmas Holiday Parade will run down Main Street, followed by a family fun day at Cecil W. Garrison Park, 17749 Main St., with awards for parade winners and a Christmas Tree Lighting and pictures with Santa. For more info, call 703-221-3400.
A mother and child pick up candy during Santa’s Lake Ridge Parade on Dec. 8 at Tackett’s Mill. PAUL LARA/INSIDENOVA
Nokesville Community Christmas Parade Saturday, Dec. 14, 4 p.m. Fitzwater Drive, Nokesville. This year’s theme is “A Home-Town Christmas” and the 2019 grand marshal is Phillip Spittle. Wagon rides providing taxi service from the Nokesville School on Aden Road and back will be provided from 3-6 p.m.For more, visit http://friendsunitingnokesville. org/christmas-parade. Manassas Park Light Parade Saturday, Dec. 14, 5:45 p.m. The parade begins at the intersection of Manassas and Carondelet drives and ends at Manassas Park Community Center, 99 Adams St., Manassas Park. The parade features cars and other vehicles all decked out in lights. There’s a $10 entry fee per vehicle. The tree lighting is Dec. 7. For more info, visit www.manassasparkcommunitycenter.com.
www.HyltonPlanetarium.com Science Saturdays Public Show Schedule Saturday, November 23rd Solar System Odyssey Legends of the Night Sky: Perseus & Andromeda Dawn of the Space Age Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon
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Additional shows will be playing in January Check the website for show times & tickets Children 3 and under are free!
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Leesburg Christmas and Holiday Parade Saturday, Dec. 14, 6 p.m. Parade down King Street through Historic Leesburg begins at Ida Lee Drive and ends at Fairfax Street. More info a https:// www.leesburgva.gov Stafford Christmas Parade Saturday, Dec. 14, 2 p.m. The parade moves to the Stafford Regional Airport, 95 Aviation Way. The HOLIDAY PARADES
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Gourmet Guys Give Back is a family-friendly event where local amateur chefs compete for “People’s Choice” and Judges’ Awards for their tastiest dishes. You’ll enjoy delicious food, raffle prizes, kids activities, music and more!
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Scottish Christmas Walk Parade Saturday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m. Parade through Old Town Alexandria including Scottish bagpipes and drums, Scottish dancers, Scottie dogs and more. The parade begins at St. Asaph and Wolfe Street South and ends with a concert at Market Square. For more info, visit http:// www.campagnacenter.org/scottishwalkweekend/parade
Proceeds benefit the programs and activities of Leadership Prince William and the Prince William Chamber of Commerce.
$25 – 14 & older/Adults $10 – Ages 6 to 13 Free – 5 & under
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ne of Northern Virginia’s most popular holiday tickets will be back on sale Monday at 9 a.m. Tickets sell out in the first few hours. Offering a very special trip, the 2019 Santa Trains will run Dec. 14, according to Virginia Railway Express, which operates the popular event each year. While Santa and his friends meet with boys and girls, they’ll also be promoting rail safety as they hand out candy canes HOLIDAY PARADES
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judging state will be in front of the airport terminal. For more, visit www.staffordchristmasparade.com. Warrenton Christmas Parade Friday, Dec. 6, 6 p.m. Parade down Main Street, ending at the courthouse steps for the annual Christmas tree lighting and a fireworks display. For more, visit warrentonchristmasparade.com. Christmas in Middleburg Saturday, Dec. 7, 2 p.m. The annual Middleburg Christmas parade, part of the three-day Christmas in Middleburg celebration, features beagle hunt clubs, polo clubs, animal groups, community groups, high school bands
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and coloring books, a VRE news release noted. Trains will be boarding at stations in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Manassas, Woodbridge and Burke Center. You can see a schedule and purchase info at vrespecialevents.org. If you want to purchase tickets in-person, Santa Train tickets will be available at the following locations. Payment at the ticket outlets may be made with cash or check. • FREDERICKSBURG TRAINS: Freder-
icksburg Visitors Center, 706 Caroline St. • SPOTSYLVANIA TRAINS: Spotsylvania County Visitors Center, 4704 Southpoint Parkway. • MANASSAS TRAINS: Manassas Visitors Center, 9431 West Street (Manassas VRE Depot). • WOODBRIDGE TRAINS: Destination Station, Woodbridge VRE Station, 1040 Express Way. • BURKE CENTRE TRAINS: Supervisor John Cook's Office, 9002 Burke Lake Road.
Tickets are $5.00 at the outlets, and $6 online. All passengers, regardless of age, must have tickets. Regular VRE tickets will not be honored for this special weekend event. Tickets will not be sold at the station the day of the event and must be purchased prior to the event. Santa Train Tickets are not refundable or exchangeable. Ticket sales are limited to 6 per person for most trains. After ticket sales conclude, VRE does not have available tickets.
and Santa. For more info, visit www. christmasinmiddleburg.org. Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights Saturday, Dec. 7, 5:30 p.m. Parade at the Old Town Alexandria Waterfront includes dozens of boats illuminated with Christmas lights. Enjoy dockside festivities from 2 to 8 p.m. in Waterfront Park, including a pop-up beer garden, holiday music and more. McLean WinterFest Parade Sunday, Dec. 1, 3:30 p.m. The annual McLean holiday parade from Fleetwood Street to Elm Street on Old Chain Bridge Road. For more info, visit www.mcleanwinterfest.org.
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The Nutcracker by Northern Virginia Ballet - Nov. 23, 30 | $35 Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20109 Featuring guest artists and the international award-winning dancers of NVB/ARB, the performance includes exquisite costuming and Russian-produced sets. Tea with Clara event Nov. 24.
Wed Nov 27
Riverside Christmas Spectacular - Through Dec. 29 | $37-$72 Riverside Center for the Performing Arts 95 Riverside Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22406 Updated for 2019, this holiday event includes favorite songs and music of the season.
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The Nutcracker by Virginia National Ballet - 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. | $25-$37 Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20109 Featuring world-class choreography and dancing, The Manassas Ballet Theatre returns with The Nutcracker from Dec. 18-23 at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. MELANIE AWBREY/PROVIDED
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‘Elf the Musical’ - Nov. 30 to Dec. 15 | $24 Center for the Arts 9419 Battle St. Manassas, VA 20110 Based on the popular film, this Center for the Arts production offers joyous holiday music and hilarious antics as Buddy shares the true message of giving with everyone he meets. More info at https://center-for-the-arts.org/ tickets
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Sounds of the Season with Prince William Community Band - 3 p.m. | Free Osbourn Park High School
8909 Euclid Ave., Manassas, VA 20111 From classics to modern sounds this will be sure to get your holiday started off right. Chanticleer - 4 p.m. | $33$55 Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20109 Unwrap holiday magic as Chanticleer returns to the Hylton Center to usher in the season with a festive program of Gregorian chant, Renaissance motets, gospel melodies and Christmas carols. Also performing at the George Mason Center for the Arts on Nov. 30.
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Christmas - 1 and 4 p.m. | $15 George Mason Center for the Arts 4373 Mason Pond Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030 This brightly colored friend along with other beloved Eric Carle characters delights in an irresistible holiday treat inspired by storybook classics. A Nutcracker Tea - 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. | $28-$35 Gloria Faye Dingus Music Alliance 92 Main Street HOLIDAY CALENDAR
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Warrenton, VA 20186 Join members of the cast from The Centre for Performing Arts Company & Gateau Bakery for a magical Tea Party. Get tickets at InsideNoVaTix.com!
Tue Dec 3
Messiah Sing-A-Long - 7 p.m. | $15 Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20109 An all-student choir and orchestra with professional soloists perform Handel’s timeless masterpiece.
Thu Dec 5
A Pentatonix Christmas Tour - 7 p.m. | From $55 EagleBank Arena 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax, VA 22030 Popular a cappella group performs some of their favorite holiday songs.
Fri Dec 6
Santa Lights Manassas - 5:15 p.m. | Free Downtown Manassas Center Street, Manassas, VA 20110 Holiday musical performances, a visit from Santa at the Manassas Depot, the city tree lighting, free wagon rides and more. Find sweet treats at participating shops as part of the Jolly
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Candlelight Tours December 7 ӏ 6-9pm ӏ $7 Santa Visits Rippon Lodge December 14 ӏ 1-3pm ӏ $3 Holidays Through the Ages December 6-8, 13-15, 20-22 ӏ 11am-4pm ӏ $5
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Colonial Period through the 1940s. (Candlelight tours Dec. 7: $7; Santa visit Dec. 14: $3) Fredericksburg Holiday Craft Show Dec. 6-8 | $8 Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center 2371 Carl D. Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Fredericksburg’s largest holiday craft show with unique, handmade products from more than 300 crafters. Discounts for seniors. Free for children 12 and under.
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Christmas 1862 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Free Manassas Battlefield Trust 12521 Lee Highway, Manassas, VA 20109 Celebrate Victorian Christmas traditions with caroling, crafts, cider, cookies and more, as well as to remember the soldiers who were away from home for Christmas 1862, and those who would never return. Historical Christmas Dinner: 1944 - 6 p.m. | $75 Old Manassas Courthouse 9248 Lee Ave., Manassas, VA 20110 Experience Christmas in the 1940s where in the midst of World War II, rationing and the war efforts affected the foods and beverages served. Ages
21 and over. This Christmas Talent Competition - 6:30 p.m. | From $18 Freedom High School 15201 Neabsco Mills Road Woodbridge, VA 22191 Talent show with a variety of acts and door prizes. A portion of the proceeds from the ticket sold goes towards purchasing gifts for families in need. Buy tickets at InsideNoVaTix. com! Eileen Ivers: A Joyful Christmas - 3 and 8 p.m. | From $29 The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, The American Festival Pops Orchestra offers some songs of the season at a holiday concert Dec. 13 at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. PROVIDED Vienna, VA 22812 “A Joyful Filene Center carols and Hanukkah songs performed Christmas” by local choir and vocal groups. 1551 Trap Road, recalls the roaring hearths and roars Vienna, VA 22812 of laughter that make up Christmas in Holidays are Here - 7:30 p.m. | $45 Holiday musical celebration with a Ireland. performance from the United States Wolf Trap Holiday Sing-A-Long - 2:30 HOLIDAY CALENDAR PAGE 9 Marine Band, along with Christmas p.m. | Free
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Falls Church Episcopal 115 E Fairfax St., Falls Church, VA 22046 The Tysons McLean Orchestra performs with actress and singer Cáitlín Burke. Get tickets at InsideNoVaTix.com! Free Christmas Trees & Silent Auction - 1-3:30 p.m. | Free Prince William Medical Center 8700 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20110 The Dr. John Gonzalez Memorial Foundation was established by his wife and children to celebrate his loving legacy. Free Christmas trees and ornaments will be given out in his honor. Baked goods will be available as well as a silent auction. Holiday Craft Stations - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | $2 plus park admission Widewater State Park 101 Widewater State Park Road, Stafford, VA 22554 Make three Christmas crafts inspired by history and nature. All supplies will be provided.
Sun Dec 8 Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy - 4 p.m. | From $33 Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20109 It’s “A Celtic Family Christmas” as this musical couple opens a window into their festive family traditions. Handel’s Messiah - 3 p.m. | $35 Highland School Center for the Arts 597 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA 20186 The annual Piedmont Symphony Orchestra holiday concert. Get tickets at InsideNoVaTix.com!
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‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ - Dec. 13-22 | $20 Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle Manassas, VA 20110 Prince William Little Theatre brings the popular holiday TV special to the stage. More info at www.pwlt.org/ charliebrownchristmas.html Holiday Pops: Songs of the Season - 8 p.m. | From $33 Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle Manassas, VA 20110 The American Festival Pops Orchestra ushers in the season with its annual holiday concert. Also performing at the George Mason Center for the Arts Dec. 14. Vienna Boys Choir - 8 p.m. | From $33 George Mason Center for the Arts 4373 Mason Pond Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030 Christmas in Vienna is the annual holiday concert from the world’s foremost children’s choral group.
Sat Dec 14
Manassas Chorale: Resounding Joy - 7:30 p.m. | $20 Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle Manassas, VA 20110 Familiar tunes and exciting, new arrangements are accompanied by the Chorale’s live orchestra.
Wed Dec 18
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Salute to Soldiers Holiday Celebration - 5 p.m. | From $35 Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club 5500 Schulz Circle Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 Attendees will be treated to Santa and Mrs. Claus, free gifts for the children, live entertainment, dancing, professional photos with Santa, door prizes, and a buffet dinner. Open to all DoD card holders and free to E6/GS8 and below. Get tickets at InsideNoVaTix.com!
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hildren in the Prince William County region will receive a special visit from Santa this season as part of the annual “Santa Cops” charity events. The Fraternal Order of Police Battlefield Lodge 43 will hold its annual event at the Worth Avenue Walmart near Potomac Mills at 7:15 a.m. Dec. 7, according to a news release. Uniformed law enforcement officers will unite from Prince William County Police, Prince William Adult Detention Center, Prince William County Sheriff 's Office,Virginia State Police and GMU Police donate their time to take more than 50 selected "at-risk" children, rang-
Local law enforcement officers and Santa Claus will be trying to give children a Christmas gift during the annual “Santa Cops” stops in Woodbridge and Manassas. FILE PHOTO
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Prince William libraries host holiday events The Prince William Public Library System offers a number of programs throughout the year for all ages including families, children, teens, and adults. Unless noted, events are for all ages. See more holiday events at insidenova.com/calendar. Where's the Grinch? Dec. 1-23 The Grinch is hiding in each library this December and it's up to you to find him. Take a photo and use #librarygrinch on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, or Twitter. Don't forget to ask for a sticker! Model Trains Dec. 1, Noon to 3 p.m. Potomac Community Library
2201 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge Model railroads from NVNTRAK or Northern VA NTRAK. The members will set up railroad modules in the community room and be available for questions. This is a drop-in event. Festival of Trees Opening Night Dec. 10, 7 p.m. Haymarket Gainesville Community Library 14870 Lightner Road, Haymarket Everyone is welcome to create and submit a tree by Dec. 9 to be displayed in the display. Opening night event includes light refreshments and entertainment. Santa Visits and Story Times
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hopes of making their Christmas special. The children are then escorted in cruisers in a convoy of lights and sirens over to breakfast donated by the Outback Steakhouse of Woodbridge. A similar event will be held for children in western Prince William County at the Super Walmart at Manassas Mall at 7:15 am. Dec. 14. Breakfast for that event has been donated by the Park West Lion's Club. The children are selected by Prince William County, Manassas City and Manassas Park schools. The mission of these events is to promote a positive law enforcement image with these children. “Children need
to experience officers as caring people who are willing to provide positive support,” the release noted. “In supporting this project, we hope that we can make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable young people.” All funds for the program are donated by local businesses and residents of Prince William County. All donations are tax-deductible through the Battlefield Lodge 43 Charitable Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations can be mailed to: Battlefield Charitable Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 195, Woodbridge, VA 22194 or made in person at either one of the events.
Multiple dates and locations Meet Santa and let him know what you would like for Christmas. Feel free to take pictures with Santa.
Registration required.
Holiday Candy Houses Dec. 12, 4:30 p.m. Central Community Library 8601 Mathis Ave., Manassas How crafty can you get with Rice Krispies Treats, icing, and candy? Register each child that expects to make their own candy house. Light Up the Holidays Craft Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Montclair Community Library 5049 Waterway Drive, Montclair Make and take a festive and fragrant luminary to decorate for the season.
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Spa Night Dec. 19, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Chinn Park Regional Library 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge For adults and young adults. Be pampered and learn how to make things like DIY masks and body washes. Registration required. Hollygami Dec. 21, 2 p.m. Bull Run Regional Library 8051 Ashton Ave., Manassas For adults. 'Tis the season for holiday decorating! Join us as we learn to fold paper into holiday shapes. You can create some beautiful last-minute gifts. Registration required.
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Manassas Ballet theatre With the Manassas Ballet Theatre Orchestra in
the nutcracker “The world’s reigning male chorus” (The New Yorker)
A breathtaking new adaption
Aquila Theatre
Chanticleer
Sunday, Nov. 24 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 1 at 4 p.m.
December 18-23
Featuring the popular holiday sing-a-long
A spirited celebration!
Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy
American Festival Pops Orchestra
Sunday, Dec. 8 at 4 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 13 at 8 p.m.
A Celtic Family Christmas
Holiday Pops: Songs of the Season
www.hyltoncenter.org • 703-993-7759
Tickets starting at $40
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A Chanticleer Christmas
The Odyssey
manassasballet.org • info@manassasballet.org • (703) 257-1811 Manassas Ballet Theatre is funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Virginia Commission for the Arts, Prince William County, and the City of Manassas.
Hylton Presents Holiday Performance Series Sponsor
Hylton Presents Season Sponsor
The Hylton Center is located in Manassas on the Science and Technology Campus of George Mason University, just 4 miles south of I-66 via exit 44.
Manassas Ballet Theatre is funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Virginia Commission for the Arts, Prince William County, and the City of Manassas
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